The Chariot, 7/VII
The Lesson - Balance
The Lesson is Balance: The Fool learns that there are both conflict and compromise, evil and good, and must learn to balance opposing factors.
The Chariot coincides with the zodiac sign of Cancer, which governs the chest and breast, lungs, stomach and alimentary (digestive canal from mouth to rectum) canal.
Number Associations: 7
Physical Body Associations: Chest, breast, lungs, alimentary canal (from mouth to rectum).
The Upright Chariot’s Energy Wellness Advice
The Chariot suggests you are on the right path and represents victory and conquest over great odds.
The Chariot is all about balancing demands whether from work, family or home. This is not the same as in the 'Temperance' card where moderation is the key. Here, you are channeling your energies towards a goal while balancing different aspects of your life.
You are now in the position to overcome the people or events in your life that have prevented you from success until now!
You are mastering these forces through assertiveness and determination, as well as decision and strength of will.
You are able to choose whatever direction you want to go in but there may be conflicting interests or emotions over doing so.
Reason, emotion and intuition all work together for you now. You have the energy to succeed.
Things may seem to be moving very fast, but you have control and the ability too stay above it all even though you may be feeling sensitive.
There is clearer perspective and purpose. Go with the flow. There is a great urgency toward new destinations. Perhaps a new job, relationship, community or worldly involvement.
You may now use wisdom from past experiences to achieve a major goal.
Sometimes we have to make efforts to overcome internal conflicts, even if only temporarily, in order to complete a task. This card says that you have the courage and self-control to do so.
The Chariot may symbolize someone showing up and rescuing you. The calvary may arrive in the nick of time!
In modern day and time, the Chariot can represent a change in transportation, a new vehicle, travel or a journey.
Reversed Chariot's Energy Wellness Advice
When the Chariot is reversed, we may find ourselves, or our situation, out of balance or control. You may feel as though your energies are scattered and your focus lost.
There can be struggle, conflict and unclear direction. You may feel that you are not in charge of your life or are pulled in two different directions of equal value.
You may have chosen an unwise path and are just now realizing the extent of the consequences.
Are you feeling over powered and pressured? Your situation may involve defeat. Don't allow others to intimidate you into losing control of yourself or losing sight of your goals.
There may be a need to resolve a situation of conflicting forces. This situation may cause much stress and may weaken your defenses.
There is a need to choose carefully. There is potential here to be led astray.
Are you the victim of a smothering relationship? Are you captive to your own fears in dealing with your situation? If this is the case, so you want to continue to ride this ‘chariot’? Is it going to take you to where you want to go? To continue to do so will most likely land you with the same results over and over.
Be aware of possible travel delays or vehicle problems, repairs, accidents, reckless drivers or of being stranded.
Watch out for those who would want to grab your wheel, figuratively speaking!
The Captains Lady’s Energy Wellness Recommendations
There may be many things, both positive and negative, demanding your attention. It is important to react to this stimulation without losing sight of your goals in front of you.
This card reminds me of the verse, "All things come together for the good of those who believe." You are on the right path here. Stay the course and try not to be accident-prone.
Anxiety could be a problem of The Charioteer. If you are feeling restricted, try to think of some of your restrictions as a help and not a burden. Is a bird placed in a cage to restrict it from venturing out or to keep what's outside from venturing in and harming it?
Is another trying to control you? If so, do you want to continue meandering down this path? Is there anything meaningful about it? Moodiness and doubt will be your downfall. Visit 'Dealing With Negativity' for suggestions concerning relationships with yourself and others.
Stomach ailments may be the part of this picture. The stomach chakra is where we either feel we have control over the things in our life, or the lack of. For problems with indigestion or IBS, visit 'Stress Syndrome Management'. Use water therapies. For ideas, visit 'Energy Wellness Recipes!' and 'Claiming Radiance!'. Read about tap water in "Eating, Naturally!".
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